日本将调查是否延长中韩产氢氧化钾反倾销关税

Core Viewpoint - Japan is considering whether to extend anti-dumping duties on potassium hydroxide imports from China and South Korea, which are set to expire in August 2026, following an investigation by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Ministry of Finance [2][4]. Group 1 - Potassium hydroxide is used not only as an electrolyte in alkaline batteries but also as a raw material in liquid soap and detergents [4]. - The anti-dumping duties were initially imposed in 2016 due to allegations that producers in China and South Korea were exporting at unfairly low prices [4]. - The Japan Potash Electrolytic Industry Association has requested the Finance Minister to extend these duties [4].